Help kids see that money can help others.
Monty helps families make giving part of early money habits, so kids learn that money is not only for buying.
Giving connects money to values
Kids can learn that money can support people, causes, communities, and kindness.
What parents do
Parents help children choose how they want to give and why it matters.
Example: giving toward a cause
At Monty O’Clock, a kid puts $2 of their $10 allowance into Give, building toward a $20 donation to their local animal shelter. Each week they see the giving goal get closer, the same way a Spend or Save goal would.
What kids learn
- Generosity
- Empathy
- Purpose
- Community
- Values-based choices
Giving should stay positive.
When you add an adjustment, leave the Give jar alone when you can. Giving works best when it feels generous, intentional, and values-based.
Parent guide: Spend, Save, Give, Grow: let children choose each dollar’s job.
Questions parents ask
Why should kids learn about giving?
Giving teaches kids that money has a purpose beyond personal spending. It connects financial decisions to values — something that becomes increasingly important as they get older and earn more.
Can kids set giving goals?
Yes. Kids can direct their giving wallet toward a cause or person they care about. This makes giving intentional rather than accidental.
Can parents guide where giving money goes?
Yes. Parents are involved in all giving decisions and can help kids understand the impact of their choice, whether it goes to a friend, a food bank, or an animal shelter.
Is giving required in Monty?
No. Giving is a jar option, not a requirement. Kids choose how much, if any, of each allowance goes to Give when they split it at Monty O’Clock.
How does giving support money habits?
Giving reinforces the idea that money is a tool, not just a reward. When kids set aside even a small amount to help others, they start to see money as something with intention behind it.
Start building money habits with your family.
Create your free Monty Family Account and help your kids practise real money habits this week.